The Spanish race walker has won bronze in the 20 km race walk, earning the first-ever World Championship medal for a Joma athlete.
Paul McGrath has delivered a new milestone in the history of Spanish athletics and for Joma. The race walker claimed the bronze medal in the 20 km race walk at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, achieving a unique moment: the first world championship medal ever won by a Joma-sponsored athlete. McGrath has proven that he is destined to bring great achievements to athletics. Now, in his World Championship debut, he has earned his long-awaited spot on the podium.
A milestone for Joma
Paul McGrath’s bronze in Tokyo is not just a personal triumph; it is a collective achievement that marks a turning point for Joma. At just 23 years old, he has become the first athlete sponsored by the brand to claim a world medal. This demonstrates that the partnership between athlete and sponsor can reach the very highest level of international sport.
From his early steps in elite competition, McGrath has shown outstanding progression. Refined technique, consistency, and a maturity well beyond his years have propelled him to the top of international athletics.
R-5000: The Shoes Behind McGrath’s World Championship Bronze
The athlete competed wearing Joma’s R-5000 running shoes, the brand’s high-performance model designed with a carbon plate to maximize efficiency. Built with ultra-lightweight, breathable materials and cutting-edge reactive technology, the R-5000 embodies speed and resilience.
- Mesh upper with VTS perforations for optimal breathability
- JOMA SPORTECH thermo-sealed system for secure support
- FLY REACTIVE midsole technology for a fast response
- CARBON PLATE propulsion system to enhance energy return
- DURABILITY rubber outsole designed to withstand road abrasion
